What Happened on December 13, 1924

Historical Events

  • KOA-AM in Denver CO begins radio transmissions

Famous Birthdays

Larry Doby (1924-2003)

American Baseball HOF outfielder (MLB All-Star 1949–55; World Series 1948; AL HR leader 1952, 54; 1st African-American in AL; Cleveland Indians), born in Camden, South Carolina

Famous Deaths

Samuel Gompers (1850-1924)

American labor union leader (American Federation of Labor), dies at 74

Died in 1924 1924 Highlights

About December 13, 1924

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 99 years, 4 months and 15 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Sagittarius